Carpet Care and Maintenance
Long Term Care – Deep Cleaning
While vacuuming on a regular basis is essential, consider deep cleaning carpet at least once every twelve to eighteen months. A professional cleaner may be called or you may wish to do it yourself. If the choice is to personally clean the carpet, review the manufacturer’s recommendations so that the method used does not void the warranty.
Dry Method – Either absorbent compound, absorbent pad or dry foam method. These methods are minimum-moisture systems that may be applicable for certain types of floor coverings.
Wet Method – Either shampoo cleaning or hot water extraction method. It is extremely important to not over-wet the carpet. Over wetting can result in staining materials bleeding through from the backing. Over wetting may also promote the growth of mold and mildew on the backing or cushion and may result in wrinkling of the carpet. It is necessary to remove furniture or place plastic or aluminum foil under and around the furniture legs to prevent rust or stains. Let the carpet dry completely before walking on it. Fans, open windows and moderate room temperatures will speed up the drying process. The carpet and cushion should be thoroughly dried within 12-24 hours in order to avoid the possible growth of mold and mildew. Be sure that the room is well ventilated with fresh air during and immediately after the cleaning process.
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